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Create a data view using model builder and python

KarenBlanco — Fri, 29 Mar 2019 00:21:04 GMT

I am working on a school project where we have to create specific data views from a dataset using model builder and python. We're a little stumped as to where to start and I was wondering if there were any resources or tutorials that discuss these concepts. Thank you!

Re: Create a data view using model builder and python

EarlMedina — Fri, 29 Mar 2019 13:08:17 GMT

Hi Karen,

I would say to start here with the Desktop tools:

Get an understanding of how the tool works, what settings you'll need to get the desired result. Once you know that, you can transfer what you've learned to a model. If you need help with creating the model, this is great resource to have on hand: http://help.arcgis.com/en/arcgisdesktop/10.0/pdf/creating-tools-in-modelbuilder-tutorial.pdf

For ArcPy, you'll want to reference these:

Re: Create a data view using model builder and python

KarenBlanco — Tue, 14 May 2019 16:08:57 GMT

Thanks Earl!